Make your sophomore year at Kenyon count.
You’re not “new” here anymore. In your second year at Kenyon, explore majors, pursue internships, consider off-campus study, deepen campus involvement and more. The Sophomore Success series is here to help you strengthen your interests, build new skills, and get curious about the road ahead.
See the world through off-campus study.
About half of Kenyon students participate in off-campus study — from international programs abroad to domestic opportunities across the U.S. Students go junior year, but the process starts now. During sophomore year, you’ll explore options, attend info sessions, and start planning your experience beyond Gambier through the Center for Global Engagement.
Turn your curiosity into direction.
Meet with the advising office to explore interests, find direction, and stay on track as you move through your sophomore year and toward graduation.
Sophomore Day
Sophomore Day is an event created just for you. At this crossroads in your college career, get your questions answered and find direction in conversation with academic departments and student support offices. Even if you think you have already connected where you need to, stop by and check out other possibilities.
Build a network. Gain experience.
Sophomore year is the perfect time to connect your interests to real-world opportunities. As a sophomore, use the Career Development Office’s resources to engage your interests, get confidence in your abilities and tap into the vast Kenyon network to land incredible opportunities.
Experience community and get involved.
The Office of Student Engagement, the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI), along with Kenyon’s Student Council offer great opportunities to build community and get involved at Kenyon.
Sophomore Engagement Timeline
With so much happening in your second year at Kenyon, this big picture overview can help you hit all the milestones at the right time.
| Engagement Opportunity | Time of Year | Office |
|---|---|---|
| Off-Campus Study (OCS) Sophomore Meeting | September | Center for Global Engagement |
| Job Shadow Sign-Ups | September | Career Development Office |
| OCS Information Day | mid-September/early-October | Center for Global Engagement |
| Sophomore Day | October | Registrar's Office |
| OCS Advising | October - January | Center for Global Engagement |
| Job Shadow Sign-Ups | November | Career Development Office |
| PEP Sign-Ups | late November | Career Development Office |
| Job Shadow Sign-Ups | January | Career Development Office |
| OCS Applications Due | early February | Center for Global Engagement |
| Scholarship Reception (invite only) | March-April | Academic Advising |
| PEP Sign-Ups | late April | Career Development Office |
Sophomore To-Dos
Prefer a check-list you can refer to throughout the year to make sure you're on track? Review the activities and opportunities below that are worth your time and attention this year.
• Attend OCS Sophomore Meeting to learn about the process
• Attend OCS Info Day to meet with providers and learn more about specific programs
• Meet with CGE staff, advisors, returned students
• Fill out Advising Questionnaire
• Interview for your program
• Check your passport expiration date!
• Apply to Kenyon/Apply to your program
• Explore Kenyon’s diverse curriculum
• Get to know your faculty in office hours and let them get to know you
• Select a major advisor and declare your major
• Explore fellowships and research opportunities
• Enhance your academic skills at the Writing Center
• Build your quantitative and research skills at the Math and Science Skills Center
• Build your network with our Mentorship programs
• Get experience through research and internships
• Start your career or graduate school advising process
• Explore career programs launched exclusively at Kenyon
• Explore student group options through KenyonConnect (KCon)
• Join Student Council’s Sophomore Class Committee (information sent in September)
• Engage with ODEI’s signature programs and services
• Get involved with our local community through the Office of Community Partnerships
First- and Second-Year Experience
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